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@Wrong-Way-Round 11 күн бұрын
So you rode up to Scotland and travelled back via Ireland, or was it really via Dumfries & Galloway, only asking 'cause you said Dumfies & "Galway", which is in Ireland 🤔 to be sure, to be sure 😉🤣
@AManAstray 11 күн бұрын
@@Wrong-Way-Round yeah it's a very fast motorbike which can leap seas. 😁 Not sure what I was thinking at the time but you're correct. I thought it may be the Yorkshire accent. The eyes saw one thing, the brain decided to interrupt something else. A friend of mine bought a house in Wigtown, and during our conversations, I've said it correctly. Soz. G.
@paulwenzl1711 2 ай бұрын
Sorry to hear about the Storm. Glad you walked away. I live in US and picking up a 2014 thunderbird storm. Do you know a good supplier for aftermarket parts? Im looking for windshield, comfy seat with passanger backrest, and saddlebags.
@AManAstray 2 ай бұрын
Hi Paul. Yeah I'm glad it was only a relatively slow impact. Still had a rotator cuff injury in the shoulder, as the bar jolted. Still annoying that my Tbird is no longer with me. As for aftermarket parts, not really. I've replaced a few stock parts from Fowlers motorcycle parts here in the UK. The only after market screen I was looking at was the Dart Fly screen. It was small and in keeping with the looks of the bike. I didn't get it in the end, as I wasn't getting that much wind buffeting certainly below 70mph. Hope you find a good screen you like. Thx G
@paulwenzl1711 2 ай бұрын
Got my bike! 2800 miles on it... 2014 Thunderbird Storm Matte Black... I don't deserve this! These things have tons of torque!
@AManAstray 2 ай бұрын
@@paulwenzl1711 only 2800 miles on a 2014 bike. I'm jealous. That's practically new. Enjoy.
@thatchh1 3 ай бұрын
You said the range was down to almost 0 when you pulled into the fuel station. How many liters, did it take to fill it up? I'm curious how much reserve I have when the range says 0.
@AManAstray 3 ай бұрын
Hiya, yeah the fuel light comes on at about 4 litres remaining. I've just checked the receipt for that fuel and I'd put 27.23 litres in the tank. So there was at least 3ltr more fuel when I filled up. On my Speed Triple 1050 RS I have reached zero miles range in the tank and still managed another 5 mile to the petrol station. It was downhill most of the way but I did panic a bit. 😁 Thx G
@andrewshore262 3 ай бұрын
I ditched the stock screen & Chinese deflector (it did help) in favour of a WRS screen slightly wider, slightly taller. This week I’ll be adding Puig upper front wind deflectors (you’ll need to hold your nerve when buying them and probably a stiff whisky), they improve things apparently (22 GT Pro). Have to ask have you experienced any unexpected stalling (sporadically) when moving off?
@AManAstray 3 ай бұрын
Thanks Andrew. I did look at expensive options screens but thought that for £15 I'll try that first, and keep the sock screen. I don't have any issues stalling when setting off. Only stalled once, downhill experimenting with hil hold. Uphill no issues, but I don't think it liked what I tried. 😁 I think I read somewhere that the new triple engines had an anti stall feature... maybe it was just on the new speed triple and not the t-plane triple of the Tiger Thx G
@SCOOPER3896 3 ай бұрын
Where did you buy your screen deflector ? Is it just a cheap Ebay jobbie ?
@AManAstray 3 ай бұрын
@@SCOOPER3896 I bought it from Amazon,. Yes, fairly cheap about £20
@ratbrain7743 Ай бұрын
Did you get the 2 lower deflectors? I put some on my 1200 GTX and couldn't tell any difference. Save your $$
@AManAstray Ай бұрын
They were on the bike as standard, so couldn't comment. But certainly the top deflector works a treat for removing the wind buffeting, and thus some of the noise the microphone picks up. Not 100% but enough for me. Thx G
@uttamgala7186 4 ай бұрын
Ah! Sorry my friend, that sucks - happens to the best of us. On the bright side - that was the best possible scenario, dumping it on gravel coming to a stop. Thanks for posting and hope you have a great riding season!
@overwatch65 5 ай бұрын
Was that the off road part of the test ride lol, everyone has done it, worse with an audience of fellow bikers!
@AManAstray 5 ай бұрын
Unintentional drop for sure. It's an area where I've parked several times before, on my Speed Triple 1050RS and my Thunderbird Nightstorm 1700, which isn't light. However, I entered the area further down than I usually do, and it seems the authority had added several inches of new gravel. The pot hole was unexpected that caught me out. Anyway lesson learned, and now I've actually bought a Tiger 1200 GT Explorer. I'll try not to drop that. 😁 Thx G
@overwatch65 5 ай бұрын
@@AManAstraywas it a 'you break it you buy it scenario?' Will be a great bike to own
@AManAstray 5 ай бұрын
@@overwatch65 I paid for the repair (excess) on the GT Pro However I'd bought the GT Explorer in September. So far, very enjoyable
@royhall3760 9 ай бұрын
Sounds great on this end. How ya liking the new bike?
@royhall3760 10 ай бұрын
Congratulations on the new bike! This will be my retirement bike!
@AManAstray 10 ай бұрын
I'm thinking this is my pre-retirement bike, but when I do retire, I'll put a lot more miles on it. Thx G
@royhall3760 9 ай бұрын
We (I) need another video come on brother give us a weekly video🤗
@DukeJohnny 10 ай бұрын
My right ear really enjoyed the growls of this Tiger!
@royhall3760 10 ай бұрын
He was say on your video only sound on the right side
@mekitavit 10 ай бұрын
I bought exactly the same bike. Had first service today! Love it!
@AManAstray 10 ай бұрын
Good to hear. Mine is booked in next week, as my service light came on just as I went over the 600 mile mark. A few more rides before the bad weather sets in and then buying the panniers as a Christmas present to myself. 😁 Enjoy the ride. G
@HW-kf7hi 11 ай бұрын
Congratulations on the new bike.
@slava4792 11 ай бұрын
Что ты как лошадь дышишь,хоть бы микрофон выключил!
@markjones464 Жыл бұрын
Wrong Tyres , I have a 1200 and are Running 50 / 50 Tyres I live in Australia We have Ball Bearing Gravel , the Standard TYRES are only good on the sealed Roads I don't see the point of having a Adventure Bike and haveing road tyres on , the 50/ 50 Will still hang on , and want to go faster I would not sold my KawasakiZxr14r , now That Quick , you need the right tyres
@AManAstray Жыл бұрын
Mark, I tend to agree. I've ridden on gravel with road tyres but at slower speeds. I grew up in Brisbane and am a regular visitor to see family... I'm aware of the condition of the roads especially out of town. Definitely better tyres needed. 😁 Thx G
@ToWi1989 Жыл бұрын
I dropped my tiger 1200 on my first day after coming to a stop on a sideways inclined road, not being able to properly reach the ground. By the time I had my foot flat on the floor is was at such an angle there was simply no way of holding the weight. Luckily just a minor scratch on the crash bars
@gerrycollins2335 Жыл бұрын
Modern mechanics always seem to blame a sensor.
@AManAstray Жыл бұрын
Yeah, I know. "Computer says........." But this time, it was. After it was replaced, the throttle was just perfect. None of this choking at idle, or fluctuating revs. However, as the Thunderbird is no more, I can no longer enjoy that motorcycle. Thx for the comment. G
@blearyview2254 Жыл бұрын
Good to hear you are okay, a pity about the bike but it can be replaced.
@AManAstray Жыл бұрын
Thanks. I've been looking on some bike for sale sites to see if there's anything out there. There are some, LTs or Commander. A few Storms, but the Nightstorm is few and far between. Thx G
@austinmatthews347 Жыл бұрын
I have just taken that same bike out up baildon mate sales guy paul with the beard sorted the test out. Firstly all i can say is quite dissapointed with the staff attitudes. They like to forcefully remind you about the £1000 excess that needs paying as soob as anything happens. Ffs talk about setting the tone. They were fully aware i was testing with a future plan after 3 years of my gsa. And i stressed i reasoned if i test new bikea now i will have a greater idea of what bike may or msy not rellace my lovely gsa. So to the test i rode as far as halfway up towards baildon that was quite enough for me. The bikes on off throttle was terrible the transmission feels dreadfully sloppy and noisy. The bike has not alot of low end grunt the mode stick was sticky the ns mirrow was facing away and couldnt be adjusted i was on it ten mins and that was enough convince me my gsa is far superior in every way.
@AManAstray Жыл бұрын
Hi Austin. I agree that the explanation of excess does come across a little strong. I don't know if they do get a lot of bumps, knocks or drops with their demo bikes so they have to make it clear to people. It used to be £500 a few years ago, as I'd always get one while mine are being serviced. Interesting to hear your thoughts on the tiger 1200. I thought the throttle was sharp, it had the low end grunt (I'm not a light guy) I'd want. I really had only two critical points. Being noticeably top heavy and the seating was pushing me towards the tank and narrow end. The one you tested, was it left in rain mode or something, because it's surprising to read your experience. Thx for your comments. G
@colinb9183 Жыл бұрын
Bike can be replaced you cant, good to see you are ok and in one piece,ive got the older 1600 tbird,i hope you find another one as they're awesome bike's,take care out there,you can't anticipate other peoples errors on the road, Keep smiling and keep vlogging 👍
@AManAstray Жыл бұрын
I'm a member of various Thunderbird Facebook groups, so the biggest surprise to me is how much I still like seeing photos of other people's thunderbirds. I'm sad I don't own one anymore.
@alecv4622 Жыл бұрын
Ah no the Tbird :( sorry to hear this mate, been looking for one myself, and seeing your scotland trip made me want it even more. Main thing is you're ok! Bikes can be replaced.
@glasgowharleyrider Жыл бұрын
Sorry to hear this mate , as long as you're whole , you can always buy another TB, mine although lots of miles will probably need to go soon due to other commitments sadly .
@AManAstray Жыл бұрын
Yes thanks, am in one piece thankfully. The insurance assessor asked me how am I not injured given the level of damage. I suppose a good reason to own a heavy motorcycle. Never say never...if one comes up which I like, I'll consider buying..but no rush yet. Sorry to hear you're probably getting rid of yours. Thx again G
@arsenvokrug4198 Жыл бұрын
Sorry to hear this. My Nightstorm is a keeper, too! I don’t think there’s that many of them left in the country.
@jimjoelliejack Жыл бұрын
The first thing I do with triumph hand guards is bin them and stick on some bark busters. Nice to see Kex gill and the road to skipton, we are lucky living in such a nice area.
@wombal177jim Жыл бұрын
Vstrom every time for me ATB hope your leg is ok 👍🏻
@AManAstray Жыл бұрын
Yes, the day after it was feeling better. Thx G
@paulocelso68 Жыл бұрын
Glad to see you did not hurt yourself a lot, but the pride !!! Questions: 1. Do you think the front suspensions forks were too soft ? 2. The seat height influenced about the event? thanks for posting the video... It happens to all of us... (sorry about my English. I am brazilian and a Tiger 900 owner)
@CorporateAdventurer Жыл бұрын
Refreshing to see this! Not many post their drops..it’s highly time we normalise this. I’ve had my share of drops on my GSA. Good to see you walked out off this unharmed and obviously more experienced! Your confidence takes a beating but you handled it really well. Always tricky to manoeuvre gravel and sand. Keep practising 👊
@AManAstray Жыл бұрын
I agree. It's funny because after I posted my video, I started seeing even some of the bigger KZfaq channels posted their drops as well. 😁 A trend setter.
@1958jr Жыл бұрын
Danke fürs mitnehmen, schöne Tour 👍👍👍
@AManAstray Жыл бұрын
You're welcome.. I am glad you enjoyed the trip
@MrEtnorb Жыл бұрын
Shows how useless plastic hand guards are.
@AManAstray Жыл бұрын
True. They were good at keeping the wind off my hands on a cold day. 🤔😁
@LuisVargas-qy8vh Жыл бұрын
Helo form México!! I love Triumph I have one!! Thundenbird too the best bike!!
@AManAstray Жыл бұрын
Hello Luis. Welcome to the channel. The Thunderbird is a great motorcycle. I have had mine 6 years since I bought it new and still love riding it. Take care, and thanks for the comments. G.
@amra5548 Жыл бұрын
Catchy name!!!🤘😎
@AManAstray Жыл бұрын
Thanks. All the popular channels seem to have a catchy name.....so I thought I'd give it a try. Still not popular....🤣
@amra5548 Жыл бұрын
@@AManAstray As long as you're having fun and enjoy it! We sure do!
@amra5548 Жыл бұрын
Beautiful video, incredible views! Thank you for bringing us along? 🇨🇦🤘😎
@glasgowharleyrider Жыл бұрын
My god , some views there and looked tremendous. Memories indeed
@AManAstray Жыл бұрын
Yes thanks. This was a reworked version of my very first attempt on KZfaq with the basic equipment I had back in 2018. Trying out some new editing software, so I thought why not. Also found some footage on my old mobile phone which I've included. Glad you liked it. Thx G
@glasgowharleyrider Жыл бұрын
Well done on the subs mate , great vids. Reminds me that I really need a second facing camera. Your TB gave me an insight into the bike and I've now got one . 🎉 Greetings from Glasgow
@AManAstray Жыл бұрын
Cheers thanks. Yes, I'd seen your last few videos on the new Thunderbird. As soon as I saw the colour, yep.... Saltire. 😁🏴😁 Hope you're enjoying it?
@glasgowharleyrider Жыл бұрын
@@AManAstray absolutely mate , great power and presence and now have space to store when touring 👍 vids from Mull and upto bettyhill in June to follow 👍 yeah the colour I've got is pretty cool looking , so cool to ride and although got her with big miles , she's been VW looked after 👍👍
@AManAstray Жыл бұрын
@@glasgowharleyrider looking forward to those videos. I've never been to Mull so that'll be good to see.
@andrewshore262 Жыл бұрын
My GT Pro was delivered a few weeks ago an ex demo 🤣, fortunately no signs of accident damage lol. I’m impressed you got the thing back up and on an even keel - lightweight they are not! I’m only 6’ and felt the GT Pro was high enough for me, I came from a 4 year old V Strom 1000 also top heavy and not a light beast so I knew even before riding it these big ADV’s don’t give you much room for error at slow speeds over difficult terrain. Anyway - glad you’re okay and all things considered the damage looked minimal, the 3 things I wanted on mine before I even swung a leg over it - the optional heated seat (great) upper and lower crash bars (not needed them yet).
@Slycarlo Жыл бұрын
Its all part of driving experience, just like what people say Charge in experience.
@Rayk76 Жыл бұрын
No doubt disgust and outrage went through your mind, it has happened to many of us, glad ur ok
@AManAstray Жыл бұрын
Hi Ray, yes those plus a little embarrassment as I had to tell the dealership I dropped their bike. The more I thought about it the more annoyed I became. The guys at the dealership were great, telling me, not the 1st time loan bikes have been dropped, even brand new bikes dropped by customers in the car park straight after purchasing. It all goes in the book of experience. Thx G
@schemkesa Жыл бұрын
Lol So much for the offroad capabilities 😂
@yannickhermant5204 Жыл бұрын
Encore un beau road Trip ! J'ai trouvé ma thunderbird 1700 lt je l'aurais samedi. J'ai prévu une balade de 250 kilomètres dimanche en Bretagne ( France) afin de faire connaissance avec ma nouvelle moto. Allez je vais visionner tes vidéos " Norway".
@jackwright9102 Жыл бұрын
You live to ride another day!😁
@lestersmyth692 Жыл бұрын
Thanks for posting I actually have this bike which is what drew my attention to your vid. I’m pleased you’re OK with only damaged pride to show from your mis-hap. Looks to me that the puddle you rode through was actually a pot hole full of water, this really upset the front end then the gravel finished you off….ride safe 👍
@AManAstray Жыл бұрын
Thanks Les for the comment. Yes, it wasn't until I'd seen the replay that I'd seen how far the forks drop. One deep pot hole. I'd been on this car park a few times with the Thunderbird and Speed Triple but entered a few metres earlier, so never expected that to be an issue. Lesson learned. I am tempted to get one myself in the future, as they seem good. Just need some more space in the garage 😁 Hope you're enjoying it? Thanks again for the comments. G
@adrianmasterson6388 Жыл бұрын
we`ve all done it. Thanks for posting. 🤭
@peterrichards7387 Жыл бұрын
Great ride out, very enjoyable.
@AManAstray Жыл бұрын
Glad you enjoyed it.
@peterrichards7387 Жыл бұрын
Yep loose stones & gravel, deadly. I've not dropped my bike yet (touch wood) but it has jammed be to the car parked next to me which was rather embarrassing when I tried to get off the bike without dropping the stand. Luckly my left leg took the weight and with my left arm was able to right myself. No damage to my bike or the parked car just to my ego. Happens to the best of us.
@AManAstray Жыл бұрын
It's one location that I'll be careful on next time. 😁
@alexandregarciabarea6659 Жыл бұрын
Royal Enfield Meteor 350, Brasil 🇧🇷🍻
@AManAstray Жыл бұрын
Too small for me. 😁
@peterrichards7387 Жыл бұрын
I managed to get out on my motorbike for a few hours yesterday but today its back to being overcast with rain and a drop in temperature so it was great to come across your channel and join you on your ride out. Its a nice part of the country you live in; I've always like North Yorkshire and the people and love days out at Ripon and Harrogate when I can get up there. It used to be down there when I lived in the North East but now living in Hertfordshire its up there. Anyway you have a new Sub and I'll be catching up with your previous vids. Keep it going...cheers.
@AManAstray Жыл бұрын
Thanks Peter for the comments and sub. Certainly the weather in this country can be varied at best, but it's not the weather, it's inappropriate clothing as they say... As I get older, the cold wet weather is more annoying as you can't ride how you'd want to. Yorkshire does have some fine roads, but I'm sure you could find good roads anywhere. Glad you've joined the channel, appreciate your comments. Apologies, but in the early videos there was no dialogue, which may be a good thing 🤪 Only recently I started to waffle into a microphone. Thx G
@kevinwigham3033 Жыл бұрын
Something every biker will have already experienced or is likely to at some point. Not the end of the world. Happy rides
@AManAstray Жыл бұрын
Thanks Kevin. That seems to be the case. Even the dealership said exactly that when I returned the bike. It caught me out, as I'd been on that parking area with my other motorcycles without issues. Thx G
@susanowen5505 Жыл бұрын
I hope you didn't damage your leg too much, my first comment when you picked the bike up I thought you were unscathed. Thank you for a honest account on ride, sorry this happened.
@susanowen5505 Жыл бұрын
Glad to see you were not hurt, thank you posting this, I have dropped twice, I am clumsy though not sure I should be riding a bike, but my Triumph Tiger 660 is fab
@AManAstray Жыл бұрын
The 660 and was actually quite nice to ride in hindsight, the only drawback was this rider being too heavy 😁 Hopefully you weren't too hurt with those two drops you experienced. Riding a motorcycle is enjoyable, stick with it and the more you ride the less you'll drop it......maybe. 🤣 Thx G
@susanowen5505 Жыл бұрын
Around these roads in the summer Yorkshire looks interesting
@AManAstray Жыл бұрын
It certainly is. Lots of bikers out and about.
@susanowen5505 Жыл бұрын
I would like to ride my Triumph Tiger 660, which it said on the title and then you said 900. Well I have the 660 and bought mine last year.
@robertboomsema4422 Жыл бұрын
Love your rides on that beautiful bike.👌 Gonna get myself the little brother the Speedmaster 865 - 2015, and plan on doing some touring on it too. I am looking into some navigation stuff now and was wondering what yours is and what mounting system you use, the positioning on the handlebars is just perfect for both TB and SM it seems. Thanks in advance and you can add another subscriber to your channel too 😄
@AManAstray Жыл бұрын
Hi Robert Thanks for subscribing. The speedmaster is a nice motorcycle, it just feels a bit small for me, but you'll enjoy it for sure. I have the Tom Tom rider 500 on the Thunderbird. Used it a few times, Scotland and Norway as well as Wales etc. Sync'd with Bluetooth headset. I prefer dedicated Sat-Navs Thx, hope you enjoy the videos... appreciate any feedback. Thx G
@robertboomsema4422 Жыл бұрын
@@AManAstray Thanks a lot, I will check it out 👍 I chose the 865 ‘cause it looks great and fits me perfectly and is the same class as my wife her Bonneville T100😊 We are planning a tour to the North Cape in 2025 and take the West coast of Norway on our way back, we live in the south of Sweden, gonna be a 3 week adventure 😊 Btw how did you experience the twisty roads and hairpins in Norway, having a 300kg bike?
@AManAstray Жыл бұрын
@@robertboomsema4422Errrm...easier going down than up. 🤣 Tbh, wasn't too bad. I followed my cousin most of the time, he's Norwegian so knows the routes. Funny you mention North Cape. I'm thinking of that in 2024 myself. It's further up than you think. My cousin did that route you suggested a few years ago. There's a lot of miles there. (PS...I know Malmö fairly well. Got good friends in that area) G
@robertboomsema4422 Жыл бұрын
@@AManAstray Yes, the whole trip will be around 6000 or 7000 km , we look at a 3 week period to do so. Will be a lot of planning and preparation but it’s going to be the trip of our lives 😊 Will do day trips around 350-400km a day not more. Cool to know you plan the trip too👍 and get to Malmö from time to time….maybe someday we can meet somewhere in Southern Sweden and grab a bite and some coffee 👍 Looked into the Tom Tom 500 now, seems really good and easy to handle, thanks for the tip 👍
@AManAstray Жыл бұрын
@@robertboomsema4422 I think the Tom Tom 550 is a new model. Looking forward to seeing your videos of the trip.